Dexter's Laboratory (1996)
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Dexter's Laboratory is streaming in Japan on U-NEXT.
What the audience says
Dexter's Laboratory rates well above most English series. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 922 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack.
Is it worth starting?
This is 4 seasons deep — English animation with comedy threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 7.7/10 on 922 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Dexter, a boy-genius with a secret laboratory, constantly battles his sister Dee Dee, who always gains access despite his best efforts to keep her out, as well as his arch-rival and neighbor, Mandark.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~7 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Genndy Tartakovsky
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 1 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All U-NEXT titles in Japan
Trailer
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